Tele-rehab for Parkinson’s: twin-task upper‑extremity training at home vs. in clinic
Official title: Investigating the Effects of Tele-Rehabilitation-Based Dual-Task Upper Extremity Training in Patients With Parkinson's Disease
Run by Saglik Bilimleri Universitesi · NCT07641556 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This trial tests whether tele-rehabilitation with synchronous or asynchronous dual-task upper-extremity training helps people with Parkinson’s compare to clinic-based dual-task training and standard single-task training.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 40 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 40 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Saglik Bilimleri Universitesi Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Ankara) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | July 1, 2026 |
| Main results expected | December 1, 2026 |
| Study ends | December 15, 2026 |
| Registry record updated | October 19, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT07641556 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are adults with Parkinson’s disease (Hoehn-Yahr stage 3+), with a capable caregiver and access to tele-rehab technology.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients without access to or comfort with tele-rehabilitation technology or those with exclusions (e.g., cognitive impairment, DBS) may not benefit.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
The study compares four approaches to improve upper-extremity function in Parkinson’s patients: tele-rehabilitation with synchronous dual-task training, tele-rehabilitation with asynchronous dual-task training, clinic-based dual-task training, and conventional single-task training. Outcomes include motor symptoms, hand dexterity, grip strength, executive function, daily living activities, and treatment satisfaction, plus telemedicine satisfaction for the tele-rehab arms. Participants must have PD diagnosed by a neurologist (UK Brain Bank criteria), Hoehn-Yahr stage 3 or higher, a caregiver, and the required remote communication setup. Exclusion criteria include other neurological conditions, cognitive impairment (MMSE < 24), prior deep brain stimulation, sensory/perceptual problems, or orthopedic issues affecting hand function. The study is led by Saglik Bilimleri University with collaborators from Anadolu University and Eskisehir Osmangazi University in Ankara, Turkey.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, patients could experience better hand function and daily living activities through more flexible, home-based rehabilitation.
How similar studies have gone: Tele-rehabilitation approaches for PD have shown promise in motor and upper-extremity outcomes, but this dual-task, home-versus-clinic comparison is relatively novel.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Having been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease by a neurologist according to the UK Brain Bank criteria * Being in stage 3 or higher according to the Hoehn-Yahr Scale * Having a caregiver capable of providing the necessary assistance during tele-rehabilitation sessions and using the required equipment and programs. * Having the device and software to conduct remote video calls for tele-rehabilitation Exclusion Criteria: * Presence of a neurological disease other than Parkinson's disease * Cognitive impairment (Standardized Mini Mental Test score less than 24) * Having undergone deep brain stimulation surgery * Having a visual, auditory, or perceptual problem * Having any orthopedic, rheumatological, or other condition that may affect hand functions
Where it's running
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Gülhane Faculty of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation
Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Fatih SÖKE
- Email: fatih.soke@sbu.edu.tr
- Phone: +90 312 567 15 00
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.